Teamsters clinch first organizing win at multibillion-dollar casino company

[T-Link Reporter]

TEAMSTERS CLINCH FIRST ORGANIZING WIN AT MULTIBILLION-DOLLAR CASINO COMPANY



Boyd Gaming is one of the largest casino entertainment companies in the United States, but that didn’t stop Indiana workers from standing strong to secure Teamsters representation.



The group of 20 slot attendants and dual rates at the Blue Chip Casino Hotel Spa in Michigan City, Indiana, marched on the boss and then overwhelmingly voted to join Teamsters Local 135.



“With a little bit of courage and a lot of heart, we were able to make our voices heard,” said Candace Todd, a slot attendant and proud new member of Local 135. “The company hired a union buster, held meetings, and tried to intimidate us, but they didn’t stand a chance. Nothing could ever break our solidarity.”



The newly organized workers keep the casino floor running, maintaining over 1,600 slot machines and providing guest services. Now, they’re ready to fight for a fair first Teamsters contract.





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